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4 Don’ts of Applying for a Scholarship Program

Winning a scholarship sounds easy, but its nothing short of a struggle. Apply and wait for the money, this isn’t how it works. You can improve your chances if you pay attention to details and avoid common mistakes.

Following, we will show you how!

1. Don’t Overdo

Resist the temptation of applying for every scholarship program you find. It will do more harm than good. You need to pick the programs you will apply for and come up with a strategy. So, before you apply, you may want to know the following:

Local Groups offer small rewards that will help you compete in the market

Know your major and check the corresponding department at your school and see if you qualify for rewards. Afterwards, look outside your school and find help with your major

Never rely on winning the big bucks. Yes, you won't win the big whale that will cover your every expense. When you apply for several programs, you are less committed to detail and will likely to fail. So carefully choose your picks and craft a detailed application that will help you to win the scholarship.

2. Don’t Let Others Take the Lead

Never let others do your work for you. Yes, your parents can push you to apply for scholarship programs because it will help save money. So yes, you may be tempted to ask your parents to fill out the application, but this mistake will cost you dearly.

Going to college means you are growing up, and its time you take control. Your parents may know the outline better, but they don’t have the specifics of the scholarship application. Some programs ask for a live interview.

Therefore, if you had your parents complete the application, you would be blindsided during the interview, and this will kill your chances of success. We are not saying you should work alone if you don’t know how to apply for scholarships. No, instead ask for help with the application, but don’t let anyone else do your work for you.

You can ask your parents for help, ideas and have a look at your completed application.

3. Don’t Reuse an Old Essay

One essay won't win every scholarship program. Reviewers can quickly tell if you changed small details, and it will put you under bad light. The essay is supposed to reflect you and your goals for every program. It makes your case and helps you to win the opportunity. Therefore you need to work hard on your essay.

Write an impressive intro but don’t use hard to understand synonyms. If you recycle an old essay, add some new touches, rework its outlook and freshen it up before submitting. You can also add sections that are specific to the scholarship program.

4. Don’t Submit Before Checking

Never submit your application and essay without proofreading properly. You need to check every detail and make sure you have entered the correct information. Double check your qualifications, skills, marks, address, contact number and credentials.

4 Don’ts of Applying for a Scholarship Program
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August 01, 2018
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